Controversial vaccine trial touted by RFK Jr gets go-ahead in Guinea-Bissau
It is a central part of the vaccine vision for Robert F Kennedy Jr, the secretary of the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and a longtime…
The Guardian reports that it is a central part of the vaccine vision for Robert F Kennedy Jr, the secretary of the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and a longtime vaccine opponent.
Recommended dose of hepatitis B vaccine will be withheld from thousands of newborns by Danish researchers A controversial research trial that will withhold hepatitis B vaccines from some African newborns was given approval to move forward this week.
This health story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include RFK Jr, Guinea-Bissau and Danish.
Why it matters
Health stories are worth following because they can shape treatment options, guidance and how services are delivered. Readers should rely on medical professionals for personal advice.
Key details
- Location
- United States · Americas
- Reported by
- The Guardian
- First reported
- Key names
- RFK Jr, Guinea-Bissau, Danish, African
- Section
- Health
Sources
This is an independent summary. Read the full, original reporting from the publisher:
Read the full story at The GuardianSpotted an error? Request a correction · How this summary was produced
Related Stories
RFK Jr. unveils sweeping federal initiative to find evidence of vaccine injuries
Kennedy Jr., the federal health department is undertaking an agency-wide effort to focus on injuries claimed to be related to vaccines.
US deportations to African countries unlawful and exploit suffering, rights group says
More than 500 migrants have been expelled from the US to African countries, HRW says, citing US data.
Lions and cheetahs and chimps, oh my: A spotlight on Africa's diverse wildlife
Credit: National Geographic A wild African black panther prowls for prey.
Hurricane Isaias makes landfall in Florida with severe effects expected across several states
Governors of Mississippi, Alabama and Florida declared states of emergency as a downsized Fema faces first major test Hurricane Isaias made landfall…
Questions remain over Ebola patient who travelled across three nations undetected
Fresh details reveal how the 40-year-old businessman flew and crossed regional borders while seriously ill.
Women with PMOS should get subsidised weight-loss drugs, Australian advocates say
The Polyendrocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome Association of Australia (POSAA) is urging for GLP-1 drugs to be approved on the Pharmaceutical…
Ex-Essex cricketer faces trial on two rape charges
Robin Das, 24, will appear before a jury at Inner London Crown Court in January 2028.
Report highlights flaws in ADHD and autism care
There is a risk of people being over-diagnosed with ADHD and autism, an official review in England has found.